Art Lessons by Technique

How to Teach Line & Pattern | Elements and Principles of Design

Line is one of the first elements of art that sets the foundation for art making in elementary school. Teaching children about line empowers them to see how simple lines...Learn More

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Create Your Technique Toolkit

Well done, you! I’m giving you a hearty applause for wrapping up another year in the art room. It’s not easy sustaining creative energy all year long when your workday...Learn More

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Chalk Flowers Art Project – 2 Ways

Chalk is an underused art medium. Too dusty. Too messy. High maintenance. And spraying? Forget it. But with these chalk flowers… I say ignore the bad rap and go for it. Chalk pastels,...Learn More

Related categories: 2nd Grade Art Lessons, 3rd Grade Art Lessons, 5th Grade Art Lessons, 6th Grade Art Lessons, Chalk Pastels, Nature & Landscapes, Video Tutorials

Spring Daffodils Art Project

One of the loveliest aspects of Spring are the delightful surprises that emerge from the earth. Daffodils and tulips are the first hints of warmer weather and come at a...Learn More

80 Min

Related categories: 3rd Grade Art Lessons, 4th Grade Art Lessons, Flowers, Pastels & Crayons, Spring Art, Tempera Paint

How to Create Easy Watercolor Resist Flowers

These bold, colorful flowers are sure to brighten your day! This lesson is a mash up of two projects from my book, Draw, Paint, Sparkle; Van Gogh Flowers and Big,...Learn More

90 Min

Related categories: Blog Posts, Flowers, Nature & Landscapes, Spring Art, Watercolors

Peter Rabbit Watercolor Project

I love The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter. I was inspired by her beautiful watercolor illustrations to create this easy project for spring. The best part? The technique...Learn More

60 Min

Related categories: Animals, Art at Home, Blog Posts, Spring Art, Watercolors

The Year of the Dragon Art Project | Chinese New Year 2024

January marks the start of a new year and the beginning of many celebrations around the world. No matter where they live, children can relate to this season of bidding...Learn More

Related categories: Animals, Blog Posts, Fairytales, Pastels & Crayons, Watercolors

Happy Paper Penguin Art Project

If you are looking for an expressive, easy and impressive penguin art project, look no further! These adorable penguins are quite easy to complete in two, 40-minute sessions and use...Learn More

Related categories: 1st Grade Art Lessons, Animals, Art at Home, Birds, Collage, Paper Projects, Tempera Paint, Winter Art

Easy Holiday Art Project: Halloween SPARK-TACULAR

Do you teach Halloween art projects in school? If you need to temper the spooky and select friendlier versions of Jack-O’Lanterns projects for your October Art Program, you’ve landed on...Learn More

Related categories: Blog Posts, Collage, Fall Art, Paper Projects